Route Description
| mi | km | |
|---|---|---|
| WV | 160.52 | 258.49 |
| PA | 182.72 | 294.24 |
| Total | 343.24 | 552.39 |
Except at its northern end, I-79 is located on the Allegheny Plateau. Despite the somewhat rugged terrain, the road is relatively flat. Most of the highway is at an elevation of about 1000 to 1200 feet (300 to 360 m) above sea level, with some lower areas near both ends and higher areas near Sutton, West Virginia. In the hillier areas, this flatness is achieved by curving around hills, along ridges, and in or partway up river valleys. From Sutton, WV north, Interstate 79 generally parallels the path of U.S. Route 19.
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